# Burnham’s Boost for UK Pubs and Venues | Perth News

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Podcast: [Perth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/perth-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574199)
Published: 2026-07-23T09:59:04+00:00
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New PM Andy Burnham is rolling out bold economic moves to rescue UK pubs, clubs, and music venues—slashing their business rates by 20% starting April 1st, cutting electricity taxes, and capping bus fares. While falling short of the industry’s dream 50% sales tax cut, the plan signals a proactive shift to support local businesses and rebuild trust, funded by tightening loopholes for vape shops and online marketplaces. This is just the start of a longer road to tackle rising costs and economic strain. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/95fda7635954c67c

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